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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 2016
Page
1
City commissioners planned to discuss a new travel and expenses policy including per diem accounts at Tuesday’s meeting but the item was removed from the agenda. The move follows a memo noting former Mayor Jeremy Farmer must reimburse the city for improper travel expenses as staff hints at the policy’s return.
City commissioners weigh ending the contract with ISS Facility Services and hiring in house staff after concerns over low wages. The option would cost about 450000 more in year one, with staff urged to provide a precise internal cost estimate.
A final report by Alvarez & Marsal for the Kansas Legislature maps 105 recommendations to trim costs and raise revenue. It suggests diverting school district cash reserves to fund future education, cutting state employee health care costs, and allowing lottery sales via vending machines. The plan could save about 2 billion over five years if adopted, with 21 measures yielding immediate benefits. Lawmakers balance data driven options against political hurdles as they decide which steps to take.
KU officials say the latest Kansas Legislature budget plan will not significantly impact the university except for the Central District redevelopment. Tim Caboni, KU's vice chancellor for public affairs, says the project will proceed with more communication and legislative oversight as needed.
Developers of an apartment and retail project near Kansas University delayed their proposal for a new parking garage, leaving details uncertain as community and city officials await further action.
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